Tim Cook

Thursday October 1, 2015

"We don't collect a lot of your data and understand every detail about your life. That's just not the business that we are in," says Apple CEO Tim Cook, shown here at the NPR offices in Washington, D.C., on Thursday. Ariel Zambelich/NPR hide caption

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All Tech Considered

Apple CEO Tim Cook: 'Privacy Is A Fundamental Human Right'

October 1, 2015 • Apple has long touted the power and design of its devices, but recently it's been emphasizing their privacy features. Tim Cook describes how Apple is protecting and using, or not using, customer data.

Apple CEO Tim Cook: 'Privacy Is A Fundamental Human Right'

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Thursday September 10, 2015

In Loaded Launch Event, New Apple TV May Merit Closest Look

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In Loaded Launch Event, New Apple TV May Merit Closest Look

September 10, 2015 • While Apple's new phones and tablet mostly follow the faster-bigger-sharper formula, Apple TV's voice functionality and app ecosystem could be a breakthrough.

Monday December 29, 2014

The 2014 Tech Trends We'll Still Be Talking About Next Year

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All Tech Considered

The 2014 Tech Trends We'll Still Be Talking About Next Year

December 29, 2014 • Apple is ending an influential 2014 but faces another big test ahead. And we revisit the mega-hacks of the year and look to a more voice-controlled future.

The 2014 Tech Trends We'll Still Be Talking About Next Year

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Thursday October 30, 2014

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The Two-Way

Apple CEO Tim Cook Comes Out As Gay

October 30, 2014 • The head of the world's most iconic technology company says that although his sexual orientation has been no secret among friends and colleagues, now is the time to publicly acknowledge it.

Thursday August 25, 2011

The Two-Way

As Apple's Steve Jobs Steps Down, Tim Cook Steps Up

August 25, 2011 • Cook, who has been Apple's chief operating officer, is credited with restructuring the company's manufacturing operations. He's been with Apple since 1998 and before that held top posts at Compaq and IBM.

NPR's David Greene talks with Laura Sydell

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